What percentage of London to Dubai flights are direct?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 19.1% of flights from London to Dubai have been direct. For travelers opting for connecting flights, the median number of stopovers observed is 2. This suggests that while direct options are available, a significant portion of routes involve at least one stop.

What's the flight time from London to Dubai?

The median direct flight time from London to Dubai is 7 hours and 0 minutes, covering a distance of 5498 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration extends to 12 hours and 40 minutes. Travelers should account for these differences when planning their journey, with direct flights offering a significantly shorter travel experience.

Should I set a price alert for London to Dubai flights?

Historically, flight deals for the London to Dubai route have been frequent. This indicates that prices on this route tend to fluctuate, making it beneficial to monitor fares. Setting a price alert could help travelers identify and secure more favorable prices as they become available.

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London to Dubai: Overview

Insights for flights from London to Dubai

Only 6% of recent fares from London to Dubai were classified as a good price. Right now, fares for flights from London to Dubai are near the typical level, which generally ranges from $643–$1082, with a median of $799. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find competitive pricing.

When is the cheapest time to fly from London to Dubai? The data indicates that March is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $454. Following closely, April also offers lower prices, with a median of $549. January presents another relatively cheaper option, with a median fare of $657.

A typical journey from London to Dubai takes approximately 7h 0m, including connections. Most itineraries on this route connect at least once, with the median number of stopovers for connecting flights being 2. Non-stop flights from London to Dubai, when available, also take around 7h 0m.

The distance between London and Dubai is 5498 km, classifying this as a long-haul route. This considerable distance means you can expect a longer travel time, often involving multiple connections to reach your destination.

How much is a round trip from London to Dubai

Regular price: £313 - £740

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from London to Dubai is between 313 GBP and 740 GBP. The current lowest deal is 211 GBP with Aero Services Executive, for travel from Jan 19-Jan 29.

now £211

Low £313

High £740

The cheapest time to fly from London to Dubai

The cheapest month to fly from London to Dubai is March, with a median price of $617. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $1066. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

March

Cheapest

Flights from £617

December

Most Expensive

Flights from £1,066

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Direct flights from London to Dubai

Air Arabia

British Airways

Last-minute flights going from London to Dubai

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

LGW - Dubai

London (LGW) - Dubai (DXB)

Eurowings

£795

£398

One-way

Fri, Oct 2

⌛ Last-Minute

LGW - Dubai

London (LGW) - Dubai (DXB)

Wizz Air

£480

£259

One-way

Fri, Oct 2

⌛ Last-Minute

LGW - Dubai

London (LGW) - Dubai (DXB)

Wizz Air

£480

£262

One-way

Fri, Oct 2

⌛ Last-Minute

LGW - Dubai

London (LGW) - Dubai (DXB)

Wizz Air

£478

£264

One-way

Sun, Oct 4

⌛ Last-Minute

LGW - Dubai

London (LGW) - Dubai (DXB)

Wizz Air

£480

£261

One-way

Wed, Oct 7

⌛ Last-Minute

LGW - Dubai

London (LGW) - Dubai (DXB)

Wizz Air

£480

£267

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from London to Dubai

3 nights

Aug 1 - Aug 4

£795 → £398

50%

5 nights

Dec 7 - Dec 12

£595 → £295

50%

7 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 15

£486 → £227

53%

1 night

Oct 28 - Oct 29

£531 → £281

47%

Popular Airports to fly from London to Dubai

London - Dubai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Recent fares for flights from London to Dubai are near the typical level at $799.

📅 Best time to fly

March is historically cheapest

Historically, March is the cheapest month to fly from London to Dubai, with a median price of $617.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 7h 0m

Direct flights from London to Dubai typically average 7h 0m, while connecting flights average 14h 55m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, making up 80.9% of recent deals.

🏆 Airline highlight

Aero Services Executive offers deals

Aero Services Executive recently offered a deal for $211 from London Luton to Dubai International.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals from London to Dubai are frequent, with 6% of recent fares considered good prices.

London main airports to depart from

Luton (LTN)

Cheapest

Luton Airport offers the cheapest flights to Dubai, making it a budget-friendly option.

📍 ~44 km from London city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£212

Dubai main airports to arrive at

Dubai International (DXB)

Cheapest

Dubai International is often the cheapest option for flights from London to Dubai.

📍 ~11 km from Dubai (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~£212

Airports nearby Dubai used as alternative

Zayed International Airport (AUH)

Cheapest

Zayed International Airport is a major international hub within the UAE, offering extensive global connectivity.

📍 ~120 km from Dubai (reachable by car, approximately 1.5 to 2 hours drive from central Dubai depending on traffic)

💸 Flights from ~£167

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Dubai

93% AI deal score

$2,152

$1,469

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Dubai

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from London to Dubai is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price for a ticket has been observed at approximately $750. Prices tend to be higher for last-minute bookings, with flights purchased 0-6 days out averaging around $1226. Conversely, booking too far in advance, such as 60+ days out, also shows slightly higher average prices of about $893.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from London to Dubai is considered to be $643 or less. The median price for this route has been $799. Prices exceeding $1082 are typically in the higher range for this route. Travelers aiming for a more economical fare should target prices at or below the $643 threshold.

Across the trailing quarter, the months with historically cheaper flights from London to Dubai include March, with a median price of $454, and April, with a median price of $549. January also presented a median price of $657. The overall annual median price for this route is $799, indicating that these months offer notable savings compared to the yearly average.

London to Dubai: Overview

Insights for flights from London to Dubai

How much is a round trip from London to Dubai

Regular price: £313 - £740

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from London to Dubai is between 313 GBP and 740 GBP. The current lowest deal is 211 GBP with Aero Services Executive, for travel from Jan 19-Jan 29.

now £211

Low £313

High £740

The cheapest time to fly from London to Dubai

March

Cheapest

Flights from £617

December

Most Expensive

Flights from £1,066

Jan

Feb

Mar

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May

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